It seems as if every day brings another allegation that further dismantles Bill Cosby's image as the jovial, pudding-loving patriarch whose family-friendly brand of comedy tickled successive generations.

Ferguson has a calmer night. UVA makes changes after a scandal over an alleged rape. And travelers have another reason to give thanks.

It's Thursday, and here are the "5 things to know for your New Day."

1. THANKSGIVING TRAVEL
Bye-bye, storms: Here's another reason to give thanks: The nasty storm's behind us. Last night was hellish for holiday travel, with hundreds of flights canceled and thousands delayed by a punishing nor'easter. But the silver lining for Thanksgiving Day? The storms are leaving and conditions should return to normal.